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Pizza Patrón is re-launching its franchise program today after having shuttered it in 2013.
February 1, 2016
Pizza Patrón is re-launching its franchise program today after having shuttered it in 2013. Despite shelving its franchise program and closing approximately 30 percent of its units over the past three years, Pizza Patrón was able to achieve positive same-store sales and increase overall system-wide sales during this period, according to a company press release.
"Over the past three years, our aim has been to create a strong company culture focused on adherence to a tried, true and proven system," said Victor Vazquez, vice president of Business Development for Pizza Patrón Inc. "Our company has never been healthier and our entire system is completely on board with getting it right at our stores."
The company provides franchisees with turnkey development, including assistance in site selection, tenant representation, architectural plans, construction and store launch. Pizza Patrón franchisees also benefit from commodity pricing negotiated direct with manufacturers, long-standing relationships with vendor partners and an operating system that has been refined and strengthened, the release stated.
"We are committed to expanding our existing footprint in Texas, Arizona and Chicago to start with," Vazquez said. "Exclusivity is available in select markets for qualified developers."
Pizza Patrón has more than a decade of franchising experience and a core of veteran franchisees. The company is also touting its new standalone model that expands real estate opportunities and is comparable to the top quick service industry models at a lower cost.
"We're looking to add 60 new franchise stores in Houston, and 10 new franchise stores in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area over the next few years. Exclusive market opportunities will also be a top priority," Vazquez said.
Pizza Patrón is looking for seasoned restaurateurs with multi-unit experience to develop in major markets. Single-store opportunities are available in small markets for qualified owner operators who are solely devoted to their Pizza Patrón business and live in the community they serve. For more information on Pizza Patrón, or to find the nearest location, visit www.pizzapatron.com.
